Eight Fathom Cabin
Open — The cabin is currently open and available for reservations year-round through Recreation.gov.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 5:48PM AKST until December 31 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...SNOW CONTINUES FOR THE NORTHERN PANHANDLE INTO MID WEEK... .Snowfall and periods of freezing rain continue for much of the northern half of the panhandle from Juneau and Icy Strait corridor area northward. The rain/snow line has moved southward today sitting just south of Tenakee Springs and Elfin Cove Monday evening. Snow totals have so far been around 15 to 47 inches across the northern panhandle. A low in the gulf is continuing to send surges of moisture into the panhandle with another surge expected to arrive for the northern inner channels late Monday night, bringing more renewed snowfall rates with it. Following this will be a slight decrease in snow rates Tuesday before a second wave of moisture is expected for late Tuesday night. Into Wednesday precip rates should then start to diminish. The rain/snow line will be wavering south of the Icy Strait area through this entire time period. Please stay tuned to future updates on this impactful storm. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 13 inches. * WHERE...Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult and is discouraged. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates will pick up late Monday night, diminish on Tuesday, then pick back up again Tuesday night as a series of waves moves through, though these will be weaker than previous waves.
About
Eight Fathom Cabin sits on the north shore of Eight Fathom Bight in the protected waters of Port Frederick, 15 miles southwest of Hoonah, Alaska. Built in 2009, this 15'x17' milled log cabin can accommodate up to 8 people with wooden bunks, a full sleeping loft, table, and benches. The cabin is notable for its ADA accessibility, with a barrier-free 125-foot trail from the beach, an accessible first-level floor, outdoor deck, and toilet. The cabin is accessible only by float plane (30 minutes from Juneau, under 10 minutes from Hoonah) or boat (45 minutes from Hoonah). A marine mooring buoy sits directly in front of the cabin, and a fine gravel beach allows for landing and launching small boats. The cabin is located at the south end of the isolated Eight Fathom Forest road system, within half a mile of the Eight Fathom Marine Access Facility float dock. Port Frederick and Eight Fathom Bight offer exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing, including whales, brown bears, deer, shorebirds, and various small mammals. The area provides excellent access to hunting, freshwater fishing, and saltwater fishing. Neka Hot Springs is located 9 miles from the cabin via Forest road 8580. This is a primitive facility with no electricity, plumbing, or cell phone coverage. The cabin is heated with a woodstove and firewood is provided. Guests must bring sleeping bags, pads, cook stoves, cooking gear, and food, and pack out all trash.
Directions
Located 15 miles southwest of Hoonah on the north shore of Eight Fathom Bight at the head of Port Frederick. Access is by float plane or boat only: 45-minute boat ride from Hoonah, 30-minute flight from Juneau, or under 10 minutes from Hoonah. A marine mooring buoy is directly in front of the cabin. A fine gravel beach allows landing small boats. The cabin is accessed via a 125-foot barrier-free trail from the beach.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $55 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| r10_tongass_hoonah@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 945-3631 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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